The Shark Net: episode guide

Part 3

The dramatic finale to author Robert Drewe's compelling story of the inescapable bonds of family. Of an obsessive mother's fierce love for her child. Of a son's need for his parents' approval. And of the guilt that occurs when the two collide.

Robert and Ruth are hastily married and find themselves ostracised from friends, family and society. When Ruth gives birth to their son, Robert is devastated to discover that no one wants to share his joy. Dorothy's distress over her son's actions is so great that she falls dangerously ill.

A killing spree occurs with three murders in one night. A woman is found strangled and raped on her neighbour's lawn. Six months later, another woman is shot dead.

The serial killer is finally arrested and Robert finds himself in court reporting on the trial. In a moment of distraction he shares a wink with the condemned man—a wink that will haunt the young writer for years to come.